Thursday, July 18, 2013

Though technically not a color, white is probably my favorite color. I use it in most of my interiors because it allows for more flexibility with other colors incorporated in my designs.

Kitchen designed by Pal + Smith

Kitchen designed by Pal + Smith

White is versatile and can be used in any type of room, from a contemporary room to a more traditional space or somewhere in between, like this sitting area below. I love how nearly everything in this room is white!

Sitting area designed by Timothy Haynes and Kevin Roberts, Elle Decor, June 2013

Here are a few furniture pieces from our collection I'd use in an all-white design.

Paris Wing Chair by Pal + Smith

Zephyr Dining Table by Pal + Smith

An all-white room may be a bit difficult to maintain (especially with kids!), but if you like the simple and sophisticated look try incorporating a few dark pieces. This will also create subtle drama in the design, something I just can't resist!

Home of Fashion Designer Henrik Bus, Living Etc., June 2013

When I saw fashion designer Henrik Bus' dining room in Living Etc., the contrast between the dark brown table and white walls reminded me of a living room I designed.

Living room designed by Pal + Smith

Saturated colors pair beautifully with white as well.

Bathroom designed by Pal + Smith

My signature color popdesigns are all about the union between vibrant colors and simple whites. This combination creates stand-out rooms that are both sophisticated and fun.

Living room designed by Pal + Smith

If you would like to utilize my interior design services to bring more color and life into your home, please contact me through the Pal + Smith website, where you can see a small sampling of the interiors we have created for clients as well as our boutique furniture collection.

Melissa Vieira Palazzo

Melissa Vieira Palazzo is the Creative Director of Pal+Smith. Pal+Smith is a full service luxury design firm based in Orange County California. Her passion for finding high end treasures, including fashionably tailored sofas and chairs, contemporary lacquered tables, refreshed antique furniture, sophisticated vintage lighting, and a variety of unique fabrics, wallpaper, pillows and accessories has led to the creation of her blog page to share her passion with everyone. Melissa loves to combine music, fashion and art as her inspiration. With a background in art, Melissa will access historic references for her pieces. Her signature "color pop" is always a presence.